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Green · Petrol · 1960 · 948 cc

DSL 542MOT history

DSL 542 is a green petrol Morris Minor first used on 19 Aug 1960. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2023 and it has passed 12 of 24 MOT tests, with 79,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2023
Mileage
79,054 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2022
MOT tests
24
12 passed · 12 failed
Per year
878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DSL 542
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
19 Aug 1960
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

DSL 542 was last recorded at 79,054 miles on 18 Oct 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,054 miles · 7 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 79,054 miles
  • 2020 – 78,841 miles
  • 2017 – 78,773 miles
  • 2015 – 78,392 miles
  • 2014 – 76,911 miles
  • 2013 – 75,336 miles
  • 2012 – 73,682 miles
  • 2011 – 72,146 miles
  • 2010 – 70,745 miles
  • 2009 – 69,439 miles
  • 2008 – 68,174 miles
  • 2006 – 64,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,054 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside front body corroded but not within prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside door pillar corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear leaf spring bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,054 miles
    Test number
    136801035052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail79,054 miles (+31)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,054 miles
    Test number
    677705968803
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking high level of fuel vapour (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail79,023 miles (+182)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,023 miles
    Test number
    531078211080
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rear of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/floor front of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,841 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    78,841 miles
    Test number
    618632173878
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle repairs carried out floor pans sill etc covered in sealant-under seal

  5. Pass78,773 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,773 miles
    Test number
    551879993787
    • AdvisoryNearside front body corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside door pillar corroded
    • AdvisoryRear leaf spring bushes deteriorated

  6. Fail78,755 miles (+363)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,755 miles
    Test number
    448877742261
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front body corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside door pillar corroded
    • AdvisoryRear leaf spring bushes deteriorated

  7. Pass78,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,392 miles
    Test number
    168085477934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,392 miles (+37)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,392 miles
    Test number
    226138966577
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

  9. Fail78,355 miles (+1,444)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,355 miles
    Test number
    318921365103
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  10. Pass76,911 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,911 miles
    Test number
    975934364189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail76,863 miles (+1,527)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,863 miles
    Test number
    885754754179
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass75,336 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,336 miles
    Test number
    509264343145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail75,295 miles (+1,613)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,295 miles
    Test number
    467215033146
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass73,682 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,682 miles
    Test number
    946545262117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail73,661 miles (+1,515)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,661 miles
    Test number
    297603852433
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass72,146 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    147845461187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,745 miles (+1,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,745 miles
    Test number
    561435150189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass69,439 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,439 miles
    Test number
    760644159161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,427 miles (+8)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,427 miles
    Test number
    250533249182
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  20. Fail69,419 miles (+1,245)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,419 miles
    Test number
    442712699062
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  21. Pass68,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,174 miles
    Test number
    961699058061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,174 miles (+3,438)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,174 miles
    Test number
    212322358028
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass64,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    64,736 miles
    Test number
    744617976175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,736 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,736 miles
    Test number
    833727376121
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about DSL 542

What vehicle is registration DSL 542 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DSL 542 on a green petrol Morris Minor first used on 19 Aug 1960. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DSL 542 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on DSL 542 expired on 17 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on DSL 542?
The MOT on DSL 542 expired on 17 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has DSL 542 done?
DSL 542 was recorded at 79,054 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2022, an average of 878 miles a year.
Has DSL 542 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DSL 542 has failed 12 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on DSL 542 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on DSL 542 find?
DSL 542 passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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